Early Childhood Group Leader
Cloncurry Shire Council is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Childhood Group Leader to join the team. (Casual roles only at this stage)
Benefits include:
- 5 weeks Annual Leave
- RDO's
- Remote Area Housing Allowance
- Personal (Sick) Leave
- Salary $68,652-$78,220 per annum + Superannuation
About This Role
As an Early Childhood Group Leader, you will play a pivotal role in creating a stimulating and supportive environment where children thrive. It is key to have good leadership skills as you will lead and inspire a team of Assistant educators and deliver high-quality educational programs to the children. Building strong relationships with families and maintaining open communication so you can involve them in their child’s learning journey.
Key Responsibilities
- Formulate age appropriate and inclusive programmes in consultation with families and the Child Care Assistant that meets the child’s developmental needs;
- Ensure all programmes and care conform to the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Framework;
- Record, monitor, evaluate and document the development of each child to develop the programme to meet each child’s needs;
- Provide feedback to the Director and discuss issues of concern that could contribute to the
improvement of the programme delivered to children at the centre and their families;
- Maintain open lines of communication with families about the developmental needs and
interests of their children and encourage families’ participation in the programmes;
- Provide direction and support for Assistants and any students in regard to the goals and programmes in place;
- Consult with the Director in relation to concerns about the functioning of a team member if the
issues cannot be resolved directly with the team member concerned;
- Encourage and Support Assistants to be actively involved in the keeping of developmental records of the children in care;
Qualifications
Mandatory:
- Completion of Certificate III or IV in Children’s Services (Group Leader 1 year qualified) and proof of enrolment in AQF Diploma in Children’s Services; or
- Completion of an AQF Diploma in Children’s Services (Group Leader 2 year qualified) or (must be willing to study)
- Have a current First Aid, CPR and Anaphylaxis Certificate or the ability to acquire before commencement
- Have a current Positive Notice Working with Children Blue Card
- Current Police Check (willing to obtain)
Applications are assessed upon receiving
Cloncurry Shire Council reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate apply.